Highlights:
* Matt Corral leads game-winning touchdown drive in the final quarter
* Stallions defensive front records 3 sacks to limit Renegades offense
* Birmingham improves to 2-1, keeping pace in the USFL Conference standings
Results
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OT | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARL | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| BIRM | 0 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 10 |
Game Recap:
The Birmingham Stallions mounted a furious fourth-quarter comeback to defeat the Arlington Renegades 10-9 in a defensive slugfest Friday night. After trailing 9-0 at halftime, the Stallions defense locked down in the second half while the offense found its rhythm just in time, improving Birmingham’s record to 2-1 while dropping Arlington to 2-1 on the season.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Stallions vs Renegades.
Stallions Performance:
The Birmingham Stallions struggled offensively for three quarters before quarterback Matt Corral engineered a crucial touchdown drive in the fourth quarter, connecting with Cade Johnson for the game’s only touchdown. The Stallions defense proved to be the difference maker, shutting out the Renegades in the second half.
Top Offensive Players:
* Matt Corral: QB – 19/41, 255 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
* Cade Johnson: WR – 3 receptions, 63 yards, 1 TD
* Jordan Thomas: TE – 2 receptions, 44 yards
* Marlon Williams: WR – 4 receptions, 41 yards
* Amari Rodgers: WR – 3 receptions, 42 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* A.J. Thomas: S – 6 tackles
* Bradlee Anae: DE – 5 tackles, 1 sack
* DeMarquis Gates: LB – 5 tackles
* Kyahva Tezino: LB – 5 tackles
* Ronnie Perkins: DE – 3 tackles, 1 sack
Renegades Performance:
The Arlington Renegades dominated the first half, building a 9-0 lead through two quarters with three field goals, but were unable to find the end zone. Quarterback Luis Perez moved the ball efficiently between the 20s, but the offense stalled repeatedly in the red zone, leaving the door open for a Stallions comeback.
Top Offensive Players:
* Luis Perez: QB – 26/38, 204 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT
* Sal Cannella: TE – 6 receptions, 52 yards
* Kalen Ballage: RB – 16 carries, 41 yards; 1 reception, 15 yards
* Tyler Vaughns: WR – 5 receptions, 40 yards
* Deontay Burnett: WR – 4 receptions, 26 yards
Top Defensive Players:
* Ajene Harris: DB – 6 tackles
* Myles Dorn: S – 5 tackles
* Charlie Thomas III: LB – 5 tackles
* Joe Powell: S – 5 tackles, 1 INT
* Donald Payne: LB – 2 tackles
In the updated UFL standings, the Birmingham Stallions (2-1) now sit atop the USFL Conference, ahead of the Michigan Panthers (1-1). Meanwhile, in the XFL Conference, the DC Defenders and St. Louis Battlehawks remain undefeated at 2-0, with the Arlington Renegades (2-1) closely behind after today’s loss. The Houston Roughnecks and Memphis Showboats (both 0-2 in the USFL Conference) and San Antonio Brahmas (0-2 in the XFL Conference) continue searching for their first wins of the season.
This tightly contested defensive battle showcased the UFL’s competitive balance, with the Stallions finding a way to win despite being outplayed for much of the game. Birmingham’s defense deserves tremendous credit for shutting down the Renegades’ offense in the second half, allowing just 84 total yards after halftime.
Can the Stallions build on this momentum as they look ahead to next week’s matchup? Will the Renegades regroup after letting this game slip away in the fourth quarter? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
